ICC Sets August 29 Deadline for World Cup 2023 Squad Submission
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has mandated a cut-off date of August 29 for the submission of the World Cup 2023 squad. This gives the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) only two months to appoint a selector, or else face the ire of fans if the 50-over tournament does not go as planned.
Is the Selection Committee Equipped for a World Cup Win?
The selection committee is comprised of four members who have a total of 55 games of international experience between them. This raises the question of whether they have the necessary qualifications to assemble a winning squad. Moreover, their lack of experience could lead to them being unable to voice their opinions against the powerhouse trio of coach Rahul Dravid, captain Rohit Sharma, and National Cricket Academy chief VVS Laxman.
BCCI and CAC Need to Hurry Up
The BCCI has already posted an advertisement for the selector position, and as time is running out, they and the Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) must act quickly, despite the fact that there is already a list of potential players.
Conclusion
With the August 29 deadline looming, the BCCI and CAC must act fast in order to ensure that the World Cup 2023 squad is finalized and ready to go. This is especially important given the lack of experience in the selection committee and the potential for disagreement between the trio of Dravid, Sharma, and Laxman.